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The Role of the UN in Global Peacekeeping

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What do you think their role is here?

Why might peacekeepers be needed in certain regions?

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Useful Words/Phrases

  • peacekeeping
  • diplomacy
  • sanctions
  • ceasefire
  • humanitarian aid

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Direction: Discuss the following questions with your mentor and share about yourself. Make sure to answer in complete sentences.

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  1. What diplomatic strategies can the UN use to prevent wars before they start?
  2. Have you ever used diplomacy in a personal conflict, such as resolving an argument with a friend or coworker? How did it help?
  3. If two countries are at war, how can the UN help negotiate a ceasefire? Can you think of an example where this has worked?
  4. The UN sometimes imposes sanctions on countries that violate international laws. Do you think sanctions are a good way to maintain peace, or do they cause more harm than good?
  5. Can you think of a situation where the UN successfully helped with conflict resolution? What made it successful?
  6. Imagine two of your friends are in a big argument. How would you help with conflict resolution to make peace between them?

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Direction: Create a question using the vocabulary discussed.

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peacekeeping
Situation:

1. Consider peacekeeping and conflict resolution. Formulate a question about their importance in global stability.

humanitarian aid
Situation:

2. Think about humanitarian aid. Ask about its role in the UN’s mission.

sanctions and diplomacy
Situation:

3. Think about sanctions and diplomacy. Frame a question on how these tools are used in peace efforts.